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Jafferji Beach Retreat

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with calming spa services

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
In-room safe, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; local and international cuisine
Signature Suite | View from room
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

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Matemwe, Matemwe, 1111
  • Popular LocationMnemba Island9 min drive
  • Popular LocationKigomani Beach15 min drive
  • Popular LocationMuyuni Beach16 min drive
  • AirportZanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.)86 min drive

Room options

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Sea View Room

Sea View Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Matemwe

At Jafferji Beach Retreat, you'll be 4.3 km (2.7 mi) from Muyuni Beach and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Mnemba Island. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, spa services and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Matemwe hotel include Mapenzi Beach and Kiwengwa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Mnemba Island - 9 min drive
  • Kigomani Beach - 15 min drive
  • Muyuni Beach - 16 min drive
  • Nungwi Beach - 37 min drive
  • Kendwa Beach - 55 min drive

Getting around

  • Zanzibar (ZNZ-Zanzibar Intl.) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mohammed’s restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Villa Kiva Garden Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • The Bridge - 8 min drive
  • Sunshine Marine Lodge - 8 min drive
  • Seles - 9 min drive

About this property

Jafferji Beach Retreat

Beachfront hotel with calming spa services
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Jafferji Beach Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Jafferji Beach Retreat. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Matemwe hotel.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Jafferji Beach Retreat offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Matemwe hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

Languages

English, Swahili

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 4.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Jafferji Beach Retreat Hotel Matemwe
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Jafferji Beach Retreat?

Jafferji Beach Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Jafferji Beach Retreat?

The closest beach to Jafferji Beach Retreat is Nungwi Beach (14.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Jafferji Beach Retreat?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Jafferji Beach Retreat. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Jafferji Beach Retreat have a pool?

Jafferji Beach Retreat has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Jafferji Beach Retreat a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Jafferji Beach Retreat.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jafferji Beach Retreat?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Jafferji Beach Retreat?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Jafferji Beach Retreat's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Jafferji Beach Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jafferji Beach Retreat?

No, pets are not allowed.

Jafferji Beach Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelnor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larno, Doha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good holiday option for this part of Zanzibar. Very friendly and helpful staff. Good food and options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renata

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The whole setup of this property is amazing. The staff from the manager to the wait staff were super welcoming and helpful. Best seafood pasta i have had hand down. The location is quiet remote however. If you're ok spending time with yourself totally do it. I will be booking again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Verena

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place, beautiful beach. Extra plus for reusable glass bottles for water!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is well kept. Pool looks a little larger in the photo than in reality but otherwise everything is as pictured on their site.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were immediately upgraded to a huge suite with spectacular furniture with ocean view, because we booked with Expedia. MJ and the staff treated us royalty. As a boutique hotel, the menu was limited but fresh and the breakfast service choices were enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I hadn't been to Zanzibar in many years and was afraid that the road from Stone Town (we took the ferry from Dar es Salaam) would be rough but it was a pleasant surprise to see the road was completely smooth, well maintained all the way to Matemwe. There were 6 of us staying at Jafferji Beach Retreat and were warmly welcomed on our arrival by manager "MJ" with a nice cool drink. Our rooms were very spacious and clean. The pool was very clean and nice to relax at. The breakfast each morning was excellent with a range of choices. We had dinner at Jafferji each evening and every meal we had was well-prepared - they have a great chef! Grilled octopus is a great choice as well as the prawns, if you like seafood. There are only small resorts bordering the Jafferji so this portion of the beach in Matemwe is very quiet. Most of the activity we could see were fishermen fishing with nets in the reef, which goes out several hundred meters. The reef is rough with a lot of sea urchins so if you venture out on the reef, make sure to wear thick diving boots or shoes you don't mind getting wet. If you head to the right on the beach, you will find a small fish market that is very active around noon. There are also a couple other resorts and restaurants down that way if you want to try lunch or dinner someplace else to mix it up. My wife had a pedicure and we all had a massage at the spa. Great massage! The masseuses come from Cinnamon Spa in Stone Town. MJ did a great job managing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andriana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel has a great location and views. Spacious room, friendly staff, ready to assist with anything.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021